[Success] Dealer charging $150 for Acura NSX Coupe key code - alternatives?

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Grace
Member since January 2023 • 92 posts

How to find the factory key code to program Acura NSX Coupe keys?

Posted on February 17, 2025
Adminbot
Staff Member • 1546 posts

Hello! We've developed a VIN-based tool to help you get your key code for the Acura NSX Coupe. Check it out here: VIN Key Code Generator.

Posted on February 18, 2025

Replies (5)

Digitaldude
Member • 110 posts

Dealer wants too much just to reset my Acura NSX Coupe. Trying this instead.

February 18, 2025 Reply
Zetareticuli
Member • 24 posts

Saved me from towing my Acura NSX Coupe. Thanks!

February 19, 2025 Reply
Ultrasonic
Member • 124 posts

My Acura NSX Coupe's immobilizer is stuck. Hoping this helps.

February 20, 2025 Reply
Redalert
Member • 128 posts

Crossing my fingers—really need this for my Acura NSX Coupe!

February 21, 2025 Reply
Unclesam
Member • 39 posts

Really hoping this unlocks my Acura NSX Coupe's mystery code.

February 22, 2025 Reply

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